Modular Water Temperature Detection Valve for Wall Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional water temperature detection devices are limited to external water dispense devices and cannot be installed on water piping or conveyance systems embedded within walls, restricting their usability in kitchens and bathrooms.
Innovation Solution
A water temperature detection valve with a modular design, featuring a water temperature detection module and a display module that can be separated, allowing the detection module to be installed inside a wall and the display module to be located outside, enabling convenient and adaptable temperature monitoring.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If the detection part and display part are combined together in a single device, then the device structure is simple, but the device can only be installed on water dispense devices located externally of a wall
Solution Approach 1:
The water temperature detection device is divided into two separate modules: a detection module (containing the detection part) and a display module (containing the display part). The detection module can be installed on water pipes embedded in walls, while the display module is positioned externally where users can access it. This segmentation allows the device to be installed on both external water dispense devices and internal water piping systems, significantly improving installation versatility while keeping each module's structure relatively simple.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the detection module is installed inside a wall on water piping, then the adaptability is improved, but the display becomes inaccessible to users
Solution Approach 1:
A detachable connection mechanism serves as an intermediary between the detection module (installed inside the wall) and the display module (positioned externally). The display module can be detached from the wall and connected to the detection module via this intermediary connection, allowing users to access and view the temperature display externally while the detection module remains installed internally on the water piping.
3Ease of manufacture
If a conventional combined detection device is used, then the device is easy to manufacture, but it cannot be installed on water piping embedded in walls
Solution Approach 1:
The device is segmented into a detection module and a display module that can be manufactured separately using standard manufacturing processes. Each module maintains relatively simple construction, making both easy to manufacture independently. The segmented design then enables installation on various water delivery systems including both external water dispense devices and internal water piping, expanding the application scope without significantly complicating the manufacturing of individual modules.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables the installation of water temperature detection on pipes within walls, improving safety and usability by providing a clear and accessible display of water temperature, enhancing user convenience and adaptability.
Implementation Method 1
a miniature electrical generator, and a temperature detection unit, wherein the blade wheel is arranged in the interior of the rear water guide; the miniature electrical generator is arranged in the interior of the front water guide
Data Source
AI summary
A water temperature detection valve includes an external housing in which a rear water guide and a front water guide are arranged to respectively receive and retain a blade wheel and an electrical generator, which are movable in unison with each other, to arranged therein. A temperature detection unit includes a circuit board, a temperature sensor electrically connected to the circuit board, and an electrical output cable having an end electrically connected to the circuit board. The circuit board is electrically connected to the electrical generator. The electrical output cable extends outside the external housing. A water temperature display module includes a display device arranged inside a display holder that includes a light-transmitting window corresponding, in position, to the display device. An electrical input cable that is electrically connected to the display device has an end that is connectable, in a detachable manner, to the electrical output cable.